221 Quotes by Byron Scott

It's not a matter of can we do it. We've proven we can. It's a matter of will we do it. A lot of that is basically heart.

I thought our effort was much better. Defensively we're just having way too many lapses. Guys aren't communicating out there and talking to each other. You give up (52) points in the paint, you're not going to win too many games.

The intensity level is getting tougher because teams are fighting for the playoffs. And we haven't gotten that message yet.

I think all the players, everybody in our organization is glad that it's over with and the decision has been made and we can just keep looking forward to playing basketball.

The fans are fantastic and they give us support. That really makes a difference to the players. We know that if we make a run they are going to be behind us. It's a testament to Oklahoma City and the people here, the way they have come out and supported us.

I think a few of those guys in that locker room have quit. It's disappointing to me; (those guys) won't be here, it's as simple as that. We have no mental or physical toughness on this team right now. It's just hard to watch that; it's hard to watch these young guys that don't understand and don't get it.

I just want them to be aware. That's why when they walk in that locker room, the first thing they see is the standings, where they are. Now you start to see you're right there.

It gives us a different dimension, because we don't rely on one or two guys. We rely on five or six guys. If you have a point guard like Jason Kidd, it makes it easier for everyone else to fall into place.

I know that it's broken in two places. I would guess that he's done for the rest of the season. It's a big blow.